Physiotherapy Technical Instructor
Physical therapy 3368Technical Instructor – Inpatient
Location: KIMS Hospital, Maidstone
Contract: 40 Hours per week, Permanent
Salary: £25,600- £26,500 per annum
Shifts: Monday – Sunday between 8am – 5pm
Are you passionate about helping patients regain their independence after surgery? Do you enjoy working as part of a supportive clinical team where patient care truly comes first? Are you looking for a role where your compassion, communication and practical skills make a real difference every day?
KIMS Hospital are looking for an Inpatient Physiotherapy Technical Instructor to join our dedicated inpatient physical therapy team. In this role, you will work closely with qualified physiotherapists to support patients recovering from elective surgery, helping them mobilise safely, follow rehabilitation programmes, and prepare for discharge.
This role is a full-time role working 40 hours per week. Shifts will be 8am – 4pm or 9am – 5pm with rotational weekend working required.
Role Responsibilities include:
- Support the inpatient physical therapy team in assessing and assisting patients following elective surgical procedures.
- Assist patients with mobility, rehabilitation exercises and recovery programmes under the guidance of a qualified physical therapist.
- Contribute to safe and effective discharge planning by promoting patient independence and arranging appropriate equipment where required.
- Maintain accurate clinical and administrative records in line with professional standards and hospital policies.
- Deliver a consistently high standard of patient care, ensuring dignity, privacy and a positive patient experience at all times.
What we are looking for:
Essential
- Hold an NVQ Level 3 or above related to healthcare
- Have worked previously at a physiotherapy assistant
- Have good literacy and numeracy skills
- Be patient focused with a desire to facilitate a collaborative culture within the department
Desirable
- Have worked as a technical instructor in a hospital setting.
What you will get:
At KIMS Hospital, we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and championing healthcare at its best. Working in private healthcare offers a unique opportunity to provide truly patient-centred care — with the time, resources and multidisciplinary collaboration needed to focus on recovery, experience, and outcomes. Our environment allows clinicians to build meaningful relationships with patients and contribute to a culture where quality, compassion and innovation are at the heart of everything we do.
KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Free Secure Staff Parking
- Pension Scheme
- Private Health Insurance
- 33 Days annual leave plus extra time off for your birthday
- Life Assurance
- Annual Flu Vaccination
- Free Eye Test
At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.
If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Diane would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 237634 or email recruitment@kims.org.uk.
Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this/these position(s) will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Information about the DBS checks can be found at https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check
Posted 9th March 2026
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